If tissue is documented as friable, this means that the tissue is
a. healthy.
b. pulverized.
c. bleeding.
d. cancerous.
Answer: c. bleeding.
Explanation: The term "friable" refers to tearing, bleeding, and sloughing of the tissue even without any disturbance. For example, the friable cervix refers to the condition of cervix in which it becomes too sensitive and irritated and is easily prone to inflammation and bleeding. This may be caused by sexually transmitted infections or bacterial vaginosis.
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